December weather forecast
Shenandoah Heights, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Shenandoah Heights, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average temperature drops to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Shenandoah Heights, Pennsylvania, is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Shenandoah Heights, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shenandoah Heights, there are 171 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shenandoah Heights, in December, during 8.6 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shenandoah Heights, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.5 days and aggregates up to 27.72" (704mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Shenandoah Heights, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Shenandoah Heights, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shenandoah Heights. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Shenandoah Heights during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shenandoah Heights?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shenandoah Heights?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Shenandoah Heights?

In December, in Shenandoah Heights, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shenandoah Heights?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shenandoah Heights.

How many hours of daylight does Shenandoah Heights have in December?

In Shenandoah Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Shenandoah Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shenandoah Heights, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shenandoah Heights?

In Shenandoah Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shenandoah Heights?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Shenandoah Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shenandoah Heights is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average temperature in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average pressure in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average wind speed in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average humidity in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average rainfall in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average snowfall in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average UV index in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Shenandoah Heights, PA

Average visibility in December - Shenandoah Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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